Brand Names:
Vistaril, Atarax


Drug Type: Antihistamine

Hydroxyzine

Hydroxyzine is an antihistamine used to treat anxiety disorders and allergic conditions, especially those that involve the skin. It works by blocking the action of histamine a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.

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  • 2 mg/kg PO q8-12h or 30-40 mg/L drinking water (B Speer 2016)